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$50+ Cheap flights from Orlando (MCO) to Des Moines (DSM)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCO — DSM
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Orlando to Des Moines

Cheapest flights from Orlando to Des Moines
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Orlando to Des Moines. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 16, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/287:00 amMCO - DSM
Nonstop3h 22mFrontier
Mon 1/58:29 pmDSM - MCO
1 stop26h 49mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$181
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/238:00 amMCO - DSM
Nonstop3h 19mFrontier
Tue 12/3011:14 amDSM - MCO
Nonstop3h 00mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$184
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:00 amMCO - DSM
Nonstop3h 19mFrontier
Sat 1/38:29 pmDSM - MCO
1 stop8h 02mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$224
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:00 amMCO - DSM
Nonstop3h 19mFrontier
Fri 1/28:29 pmDSM - MCO
1 stop8h 02mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$230
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/182:44 pmMCO - DSM
1 stop30h 00mFrontier
Sun 12/2110:17 amDSM - MCO
Nonstop3h 00mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$311
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/258:42 pmMCO - DSM
1 stop24h 02mFrontier
Sun 12/2810:17 amDSM - MCO
Nonstop3h 00mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$313
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/268:42 pmMCO - DSM
1 stop24h 02mFrontier
Tue 12/3011:14 amDSM - MCO
Nonstop3h 00mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$320
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/286:45 amMCO - DSM
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/58:00 amDSM - MCO
1 stop29h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$357
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:05 pmMCO - DSM
1 stop6h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/23:14 pmDSM - MCO
1 stop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$365

Find flight deals from Orlando to Des Moines

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Orlando (MCO) to Des Moines (DSM). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$181
(Expedia)

One-way from

$50
(Frontier)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$452
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Orlando to Des Moines that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Orlando Airport to Des Moines that are best for you.

Fly from

Orlando

Fly to

Des Moines

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OrlandoDes Moines

MCO - DSM

MCODSM

Orlando

Thu 1/8

3:07 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Des Moines

Sun 1/11

4:30 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop27h 03m

$187

OrlandoDes Moines

MCO - DSM

MCODSM

Orlando

Mon 1/12

6:00 am-7:22 pm

1 stop14h 22m

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

8:18 pm-5:31 am

1 stop8h 13m

$192

OrlandoDes Moines

MCO - DSM

MCODSM

Orlando

Sat 2/21

8:29 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop23h 21m

Des Moines

Mon 2/23

7:17 pm-5:33 am

1 stop9h 16m

$204

OrlandoDes Moines

MCO - DSM

MCODSM

Orlando

Tue 12/30

8:00 am-10:19 am

Nonstop3h 19m

Des Moines

Sat 1/3

8:29 pm-5:31 am

1 stop8h 02m

$224

OrlandoDes Moines

MCO - DSM

MCODSM

Orlando

Fri 1/23

9:55 am-10:17 pm

2 stops13h 22m

Des Moines

Sun 1/25

2:58 pm-7:43 am

1 stop15h 45m

$268

OrlandoDes Moines

MCO - DSM

MCODSM

Orlando

Tue 1/13

3:30 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops9h 14m

Des Moines

Tue 1/20

3:35 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$290

OrlandoDes Moines

MCO - DSM

MCODSM

Orlando

Fri 1/16

9:03 am-3:44 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Des Moines

Sat 1/17

1:16 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$297

OrlandoDes Moines

MCO - DSM

MCODSM

Orlando

Fri 1/16

9:10 am-2:33 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Des Moines

Sat 1/17

1:35 pm-11:14 pm

2 stops8h 39m

$302

OrlandoDes Moines

MCO - DSM

MCODSM

Orlando

Thu 3/12

7:25 am-9:45 am

Nonstop3h 20m

$50

OrlandoDes Moines

MCO - DSM

MCODSM

Orlando

Tue 3/10

7:25 am-9:45 am

Nonstop3h 20m

$75

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Deals found on 12/15

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Compare providers for flights from Orlando to Des Moines

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Orlando to Des Moines in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Orlando Airport-Des Moines flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Orlando Airport-Des Moines flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Orlando Airport-Des Moines flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Orlando Airport-Des Moines flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Orlando Airport-Des Moines flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Orlando to Des Moines

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Des Moines from Orlando with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Orlando Airport to Des Moines

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Orlando Airport to Des Moines?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orlando Airport to Des Moines (average of $111). Flying from Orlando Airport to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of $368). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MCO to DSM?

Find hourly flight availability from Orlando to Des Moines. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 16, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Orlando Airport to Des Moines in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 56% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Des Moines

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Des Moines. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Des Moines. Reviews last updated December 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Orlando Airport to Des Moines by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,082 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Orlando to Des Moines. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Des Moines from Orlando?

    If you book a flight to Des Moines from Orlando, you will be flying to Des Moines, which is the city’s only airport. Des Moines (DSM) is located 3.6 mi from the center of Des Moines. There are 0 flights from Orlando to Des Moines per day from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Orlando Airport to Des Moines?

    Departing from Orlando Airport to Des Moines will take you 14h 22m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1141 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Orlando Airport to Des Moines round-trip?

    Currently priced at $111, Frontier will fly you from Orlando Airport to Des Moines and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $196 and $236, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 69% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Orlando Airport to Des Moines one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Orlando Airport to Des Moines are Frontier ($63), Southwest ($79), and American Airlines ($138).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Orlando to Des Moines that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Orlando to Des Moines flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Orlando to Des Moines?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Orlando to Des Moines.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Orlando to Des Moines?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Orlando to Des Moines by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Orlando Airport to Des Moines?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orlando Airport to Des Moines (average of $111). Flying from Orlando Airport to Des Moines in July is currently the most expensive (average of $368). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Orlando to Des Moines

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Orlando to Des Moines. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$111Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$196Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$260Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$285Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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